Removing undercoating
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Removing undercoating is typically an arduous, lengthy, messy process. | Removing undercoating is typically an arduous, lengthy, messy process. | ||
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Remove chunks first, then use solvent for the remainder. | Remove chunks first, then use solvent for the remainder. | ||
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Heat gun, or propane torch. Apply carefully, only a small amount of heat should be necessary. In some cases, if you have access, it may be helpful to apply heat from the back side of the panel. This can even be done with a halogen work light (method described [http://www.v8buick.com/showthread.php?t=32370#post234922 here]). | Heat gun, or propane torch. Apply carefully, only a small amount of heat should be necessary. In some cases, if you have access, it may be helpful to apply heat from the back side of the panel. This can even be done with a halogen work light (method described [http://www.v8buick.com/showthread.php?t=32370#post234922 here]). | ||
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| + | Once soft, the undercoating can typically be removed with a putty knife or similar tool. | ||
===Mechanical removal=== | ===Mechanical removal=== | ||
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*[http://www.eastwood.com/under-gone-undercoating-remover-aerosol-17-oz-net.html Eastwood "Under Gone" undercoating remover]. | *[http://www.eastwood.com/under-gone-undercoating-remover-aerosol-17-oz-net.html Eastwood "Under Gone" undercoating remover]. | ||
*[http://www.wmbarr.com/product.aspx?catid=102&prodid=209 Jasco Premium Paint and Epoxy Remover]. [http://www.wmbarr.com/ProductFiles/GJBP00203%20C0673.pdf Label], [http://www.wmbarr.com/ProductFiles/4015.23E.pdf MSDS]. Also available in aerosol. | *[http://www.wmbarr.com/product.aspx?catid=102&prodid=209 Jasco Premium Paint and Epoxy Remover]. [http://www.wmbarr.com/ProductFiles/GJBP00203%20C0673.pdf Label], [http://www.wmbarr.com/ProductFiles/4015.23E.pdf MSDS]. Also available in aerosol. | ||
| − | *[http://www.pbblaster.com/PB_Blaster.html PB Blaster]. | + | *[http://www.pbblaster.com/PB_Blaster.html PB Blaster Penetrating Catalyst]. |
====General-purpose solvents==== | ====General-purpose solvents==== | ||
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*Oven cleaner. | *Oven cleaner. | ||
*Floor adhesive stripper (the kind used to remove mastic). | *Floor adhesive stripper (the kind used to remove mastic). | ||
| + | *Automatic transmission fluid. | ||
===Other=== | ===Other=== | ||
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